Don’t Quit Your Day Job

It’s really strange to think that I had no full-time job from November 2002 to September 2003. I remember a friend’s stern warning: “Enjoy it while it lasts.” But looking for work was a steady time job. And even a short trip meant the possibility of missing a phone call or email from a potential employer. How can I enjoy this?

If there is one good thing I can say about unemployment, it’s that South by Southwest is no problem. Band goes on at 1:00am? Cool. Documentary showing at 2:00? I’m there. Hard to believe, but it’s almost time to decide whether or not to get a badge, wristband, or take your chances at the door.

It’s funny how when you talk about SXSW in Austin, the conversation is about the music festival, or maybe film. But in the blogosphere, it’s all about the Interactive section. I guess that makes sense. Here are a few 2004 Web Award finalists (chosen from various categories):

Born Magazine
Sticker Nation
Trampoline House
Mr. Picassohead
The Tofte Project
Ten Years of My Life
Day 26

January 30th, 2004